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Brennan's, New Orleans, LA
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Brennan's

$31 to $50
Creole

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2 people
19:00
Booked 167 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for brunch
Finalist "Outstanding Restaurant" James Beard Foundation 2022. “Best Restaurants in the World” -Condé Nast Traveler. “Top 10 Best Restaurant in the South” -Southern Living. “Top 10 Restaurant in New Orleans” -NOLA.com.

Welcome to Brennan's! Chef Ryan Hacker's menus marry classic Creole traditions with inspired, contemporary influences. Breakfast at Brennan’s is a spirited, indulgent way to begin your day! Bubbles at Brennan's Happy Hour features discounted bottles of premium Champagne. Flaming Bananas Foster, invented at Brennan's, is a timeless New Orleans tradition. Dine in one of 8 glamorous dining rooms, our famously lush courtyard, or our spectacular wine cellar. $8 parking available at the Omni Royal Orleans Parking Garage, Thursday - Monday (6 hours; based on availability).

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Executive chef: Ryan Hacker

From the OpenTable editors: The place to be seen sipping bubbles at Benedict brunch, Brennan’s is one of the most stunning restaurants in New Orleans—long before the era of Instagram. Think black-and-white tile floors, a pastel pink exterior, and minty fresh leather booths, with character dating back to 1946. Bananas foster was invented here, and suited servers still fire it up tableside. The accolades keep rolling in: It's a James Beard semifinalist, Condé Nast Traveler world favorite, and Wine Spectator darling.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Creole, Contemporary American, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Fri 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Thu 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (504) 525-9711
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    For over thirty years, Ralph Brennan and his dedicated team have catered the meals and events that celebrate the moments of your life. Providing full-service custom catering for events large and small, we tailor our services to enhance your palate, theme and budget.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Brennan's can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Ashley Hill: (504) 934-3376
  • Area
    French Quarter
  • Cross Street
    Between Conti and St. Louis Streets
  • Parking details
    $8 Parking available Thursday-Monday at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel with your Brennan’s dining receipt. Enter garage on Chartres Street just past St. Louis Street. The garage is on the driver’s side. Based on availability
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
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What 11,789 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Creole

  • New Orleans / Louisiana

    Most Booked

  • New Orleans

    Creole

  • New Orleans

    Most Booked

Review summary

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Brennan's in New Orleans is a cherished dining institution known for its outstanding "food, service, and ambiance." Guests rave about its famous Bananas Foster and unique experiences like tableside preparations. With a "welcoming staff" and a beautiful setting, Brennan's offers memorable celebrations for birthdays and anniversaries, making it a must-visit culinary destination.

11,789 Reviews
  1. Najla

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely beautiful experience and delicious food. The abeyance was just what we were looking for. It did not disappoint. The courtyard is absolutely stunning. The entire restaurant is gorgeous. Great date night.

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  2. Kathleen

    Atlanta Metro

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The lobster omelettes and bananas foster were superb!

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  3. Tiffany

    Little Rock

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brennan’s can’t be beat! We had our rehearsal dinner here almost 25 years ago and finally came back with our sons. Breakfast here is famous for a reason!! Everything was delicious and service was perfect!

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  4. Joseph

    VIP

    Louisville

    26 reviews

    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Visiting for our anniversary, they immediately upgraded our experience w a free champagne toast. Service was outstanding, food was even better. Great seafood gumbo. Must try the eggs hussarde if you eat brunch. The venue is over the top gorgeous with an outstanding courtyard.

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  5. Deborah

    VIP

    Chicago

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Alfredo was very attentive, helpful and charming! The food was divine.

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  6. Roberto

    El Paso

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Lackluster dinner at Brennan’s! Half of the dishes served to our table were cold and had to be returned to the kitchen. Service was slow and food was lacking flavor. This is not the restaurant I remember dining at in the years past.

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  7. Mark

    VIP

    Austin

    58 reviews

    5.0

    58 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Relatively new menu item of Lamb shank w/rice dressing was amazing

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  8. Chioma

    Los Angeles

    4 reviews

    3.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Great food! I loved the banana foster; it was truly an experience. Unfortunately, I will not be back. We made a reservation. Just when we were glad we did from the look of the crowded restaurant, we had an unpleasant welcome and almost got turned back because the kitchen was almost closed. Finally got seated, something about a weird mix up. A particular staff, Kaylin or Kaylan was the most unpleasant person I ever met. She almost ruined our brunch so bad that my husband desperately wanted to leave. I, on the other hand, was determined to not let anyone have that impact on our beautiful day, because it felt like bullying at this point - at the very least, I was going to enjoy the delicious meals served and the colorful ambience! She slammed a glass of water on our table, rolled her eyes when I reminded her that I didn’t want ice and rudely reminded us that the kitchen was about to close. Remember, we had a reservation. To top it all, she wasn’t even our server. The manager and other staff watched her behave this way and said nothing.

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  9. Carole

    New York State

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Brennan’s was excellent. Only problem was they were out of a few items we had wanted. Welcoming to children, but $25 is steep for children’s menu. However, we knew prices before we went. Outstanding service. The tomato tart, French toast appetizer were excellent. Tenderloin, and other main courses were all good. Bread pudding..excellent, as was ‘Snickers’. Turtle pond was a nice distraction for my 9 year old grandson.

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  10. Colleen

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was excellent. Beautifully decorated for the holidays, the server was excellent, attentive, and funny. The food was great!

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Brennan's is rated 4.7 stars by 11789 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 167 times today
Google Map for Brennan's

417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Between Conti and St. Louis Streets
  • Area
    French Quarter
  • Hours of Operation
    Bar Mon–Fri 9:00 am–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm Breakfast Mon–Thu 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sat, Sun 8:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 2:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Creole, Contemporary American, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    $8 Parking available Thursday-Monday at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel with your Brennan’s dining receipt. Enter garage on Chartres Street just past St. Louis Street. The garage is on the driver’s side. Based on availability
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options, Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (504) 525-9711
  • Catering
    For over thirty years, Ralph Brennan and his dedicated team have catered the meals and events that celebrate the moments of your life. Providing full-service custom catering for events large and small, we tailor our services to enhance your palate, theme and budget.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Brennan's can accommodate all your special event needs.
  • Private party contact
    Ashley Hill: (504) 934-3376
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